It's not an alcove install, it's installed in an existing fireplace. Two different installations.
Stove installed!
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I definitely need to do something about the mantel however. The heat shields I see on the market only extend 10” and the mantel is 12”. I will likely fabricate my own shield before the winter.
Was also thinking about replacing with a poured concrete faux stone mantel.
Was also thinking about replacing with a poured concrete faux stone mantel.
The mantel looks like a simple flat shelf. A shield could be attached to the underside of the mantel on 1" spacers. It could be painted white to blend in.
